Acts 21:20
When they heard this, they glorified God. Then they said to Paul, "You see, brother, how many thousands of Jews have believed, and all of them are zealous for the law.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Acts 21:20?

2. How can we emulate the believers' zeal for the law in Acts 21:20?

3. What does Acts 21:20 teach about balancing tradition and faith in Christ?

4. How does Acts 21:20 connect to Romans 10:2 about zeal for God?

5. In what ways can we show gratitude for God's work in our community?

6. How can Acts 21:20 inspire us to strengthen our church's faith practices?

7. How does Acts 21:20 reflect the early church's view on Jewish law and tradition?

8. Why were Jewish believers zealous for the law in Acts 21:20?

9. What does Acts 21:20 reveal about the relationship between Jewish and Gentile Christians?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 21?

11. What defines a Jewish Christian?

12. What did Paul do between his third and fourth journeys?

13. Hebrews 6:2: Do historical or archaeological records confirm the practices of multiple baptisms and the laying on of hands among early believers?

14. Acts 21:17–26 – Does Paul’s participation in Jewish purification rituals conflict with the New Testament teaching on salvation by faith alone?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the zeal of the Jewish believers in Acts 21:20 challenge or inspire your own faith journey?

2. In what ways can we glorify God when we hear about the faith and growth of believers from different cultural backgrounds?

3. How can the early church's handling of diversity inform our approach to unity within the modern church?

4. What role do traditions play in your faith, and how can you ensure they align with the teachings of Christ?

5. How can you effectively witness to people from different cultural or religious backgrounds while maintaining the truth of the gospel?1. How does Paul's journey to Jerusalem exemplify his obedience to God's will?

2. How can we draw strength from Paul's resolve when faced with personal trials in our lives?

3. What does the prophecy of Agabus teach us about accepting God's plan, even when it leads to hardships?

4. How does Paul's interaction with the disciples at Tyre demonstrate the bonds of Christian brotherhood?

5. How does Paul's arrival in Jerusalem and his subsequent actions clarify his mission?

6. How do we balance standing up for our faith and maintaining peace within our community, as Paul attempted to do in Jerusalem?

7. What strategies can we learn from Paul when faced with misrepresentations or misunderstandings about our faith?

8. How does Paul’s arrest highlight the cost of discipleship?

9. How can Paul's experience inspire us to handle opposition and criticism in our daily lives?

10. In what ways does Paul's decision to address the crowd reflect his unwavering dedication to spread the Gospel?

11. How do we reconcile with the reality of persecution and trials in our Christian journey, as exemplified by Paul's experiences?

12. How does the story of Paul's journey to Jerusalem challenge our understanding of sacrifice in our faith?

13. How can we discern God's will in the midst of opposition or challenges, as Paul did?

14. How can we maintain our faith and commitment in the face of foreseen difficulties and risks?

15. How does Paul's example guide us in defending our faith amidst criticisms and accusations?

16. How should we respond when our attempts to foster peace are met with hostility, as happened with Paul in Jerusalem?

17. How can we show resolve and courage when our faith is tested, following Paul's example?

18. How does the prophecy of Agabus speak to the importance of understanding and accepting God's will?

19. How should we react when our commitment to God's will leads us into challenging situations?

20. How does Acts 21 inspire us to stay the course, trusting in God's plan, regardless of the challenges we face?

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